This is my case in Chesapeake JDR court and other items in and around Chesapeake VA
When police or prosecutors conceal significant exculpatory or impeaching material, we hold, it is ordinarily incumbent on the state to set the record straight. - Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
OT:Cop Fired Over Coffee Threats
I wonder how much this type of police action happen in the Commonwealth of Virginia
OT: Police tased Blind woman
whatever illegal stuff her families up to the lady is still blind. I doubt she's a drug dealer or doing too many drive bys. Proof again that just because you give somebody a badge, gun and uniform that good judgment doesn't necessarily come with them - remember that next time you get pulled over.
ok how is this woman supposed to have punched a detective? i know she can hear but surely her aim must have been off.
WARNING to the Blind, when the police comes to your door, make sure you have a big old sign that reads, "I'M BLIND, PLEASE NOT TASED ME"
Saturday, July 5, 2008
17-year-old charged in teen's homicide may be tried as adult
I wonder what judge was assigned to his arraignment, no less by Video, I guess the sheriff"s office had some cut back, unable to drive these defendants less then two blocks to the courthouse.
Chesapeake Commonwealth's Attorney Nancy Parr says, "Under the law in Virginia anybody over the age of 14 who's charged with murder or rape will be tried as an adult after they have a preliminary hearing in juvenile court." She went on to say, "If the court determines probable cause he will be transferred over to the Circuit Court and tried as an adult."
Also if it is the law, by even bother having a hearing in JDR court anyway. I guess that could also save money. Also if this is law then they would have an arraignment it would be a Probable Cause hearing then. So I ask which is it, was it an arraignment where one is informed of their's rights, or was it a probable cause hearing, was his lawyer there, if not then it was just an arraignment. So when does his Probable Cause hearing in JDR Take place..
CHESAPEAKE, VA (WAVY.com) -- A 17-year-old charged in the shooting death of 18-year-old Lonnie Andrews, Jr., appeared at a video arraignment this morning in Chesapeake Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court.
The teen's parents stood before a judge as he heard the charges: Murder and Use of a Firearm.
Chesapeake Commonwealth's Attorney Nancy Parr says, "Under the law in Virginia anybody over the age of 14 who's charged with murder or rape will be tried as an adult after they have a preliminary hearing in juvenile court." She went on to say, "If the court determines probable cause he will be transferred over to the Circuit Court and tried as an adult."
The teen's father, who didn't want to reveal his name, tells WAVY.com, "I'm so sorry this happened. This is something I feel like could have been prevented and everything's going to come out. Just don't make judgements on any one of those young men. Just wait until the facts come out then make a judgement."
Also in the court was the victim's mother Marie Abbott, who said afterwards she just wants "justice for my son." She said nothing good can come from this for either family.
The teen remains held at a juvenile detention facility in Chesapeake. A preliminary hearing in the case is set for July 22.
Andrews was an Oscar Smith High School graduate who planned to attend Virginia State University in the fall on a full football scholarship. He was killed early Tuesday morning.
Sunday, June 29, 2008
If they can't arrest you legally then they claim Terrorist threats, Thanks to 9/11
PHILADELPHIA - JUNE 26, 2008 (WPVI) -- 44-year old Andre Moore is being held at the 18th Police District by the very officers he apparently wanted to kill.
At least that's the message he allegedy sent out to the world in a disturbing, hate filled rant on YouTube.
"When you shoot the cops, you shoot them dead.", Moore is heard saying.
Moore allegedly posted this video on the internet demonstrating how to use a Colt .275 to shoot cops.
What police also find disturbing is that Moore is employed as a security guard at Einstein Medical Center, the hospital where Officer Chuck Cassidy died of gunshot wounds six months ago.
"We lost three police officers to guns on the streets of Philadelphia, and this idiot's out there promoting this message.", said Thomas Burke, of the Pennsylvania Gun Violence Task Force.
Moore's anger is directed mostly at the 18th district where he was cited for minor offenses last month.
"I can't stand the 18th district," the videotaped rant continues. "That's why I rejoice whenever they shoot a cop in Philadelphia. 'Cause I hate them."
And Moore dosen't stop there.
He goes on to promote violence in a city that is struggling to turn the tide.
"Continue killing the 18th district police. I promote violence in Philly. Promote violence in Philly."
Moore faces a number of charges, including aggravated assault.
And he's charged with corruption of minors.
That's because the cameraman is his 12 year old son.
And his son's 14 year old friend is seen in a follow up video posted just yesterday.
Police used a battering ram on his door at six this morning.
Moore's wife is also a security officer, and doesn't want her face shown.
She says she was outraged when she learned of the video this past Saturday.
"I am very upset. I'm upset at him. How dare he jeopardize our family, and jeopardize my career?"
This case will be watched very closely as it moves through the court system. It could set a precedent. Legal experts tell Action News the arrest, based on an internet video, is questionable in terms of First Ammendment Constitutional rights. The D.A. says free speech ends when you incite others to shoot police officers.
Reaction to video "We lost three officers in this city to guns. It's outrageous for him to be promoting this message," says Thomas Burke, of the Pennsylvania Gun Violence Task Force.
Action News Reporter David Henry spoke to Moore's angry wife through her door.
"I am very upset at him. Very angry. Why did he jeopardize our family? Why did he jeopardize my career?" she screamed.
Moore was cited for minor offenses in the 18th district last month. Now he's behind bars for some major crimes, including aggravated assault, making terroristic threats and corrupting a minor. That charge is because the video was allegedly taped by his 12 year old son. But a Villanova law professor is skeptical that these charges will hold any weight in court.
Michael Carroll summed it up this way. "I'm not saying this is popular speech or that this is a responsible opinion. It's clear people are going to be upset by it, but that doesn't make it criminal."
Carroll believes this arrest stems solely from Moore's speech and nothing else, and speech, regardless of how hateful, is protected under the First Amendment.
"If you go on the internet, on websites on YouTube, you're going to find white power videos advocating violence against African-Americans and Jews, so there's lots of hatred on the internet."
Carroll adds the aggravated assault charge may be the most questionable because Moore as far as we know, advocated, but never attempted to hurt anyone.
The district attorney told Action News free speech ends when you incite others to shoot police officers. However, when we asked for a definition of aggravated assault, the office had no comment.
"When you start punishing people for what they say, " says Carroll, you're undermining the whole basis of freedom in this society."
The video has been removed from YouTube. The company says it violates it terms of use. Moore is expected be arraigned overnight.
Friday, May 30, 2008
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Sunday, May 25, 2008
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Saturday, May 17, 2008
VA Beach Cops Out - Control
I wonder,
I wonder what Olds would have gave him. Since she has given a PR Bond to a Female Rapist of a young teen.
Friday, May 2, 2008
A Fathers Love letter
Nice to know that one can believe in The Father, one that can't be seen or heard, yet the one that can be seen and heard is throw to the curb by the courts. Since many judges feel that a good father is one who isn't here, better yet a dead father.
In todays world a father is nothing more then a ATM machine.